Microsoft and the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) have used AI and supercomputing to discover a new material that could reduce the use of lithium in batteries by up to 70%, potentially solving the looming lithium shortage and environmental concerns.
An ANA flight in Japan had to turn back after a crack was found on the cockpit window, raising concerns about aviation safety.
Prince Abdul Mateen of Brunei, known for his good looks and military service, has officially married his commoner fiancée in a 10-day royal wedding celebration, solidifying his place in the public eye.
The number of surviving Apollo astronauts is dwindling, with only eight individuals remaining who have voyaged beyond Earth orbit.
Rosemary Parslow, an 87-year-old natural history enthusiast, has spent decades searching for rare ferns on the Isles of Scilly, witnessing the impacts of climate change firsthand.
New research reveals that the true colors of Neptune and Uranus are actually similar shades of greenish blue, contrary to previous understanding.
A missing dog in Bedfordshire, England, was successfully located and reunited with its family after 12 days, thanks to the use of a thermal camera fitted to a drone.
BYD’s record-breaking sales in the electric vehicle market highlight the challenges faced by Tesla.
eBay fined $3 million for harassing bloggers critical of the company, including sending live spiders and cockroaches to their home.
AI is increasingly being used in the fitness industry to provide personalized training, but some argue that it cannot replicate human motivation and emotional intelligence.
Portable X-ray machines are revolutionizing healthcare in remote areas, reducing the need for patients to travel and improving access to vital services.
Apple’s Vision Pro headset, set to be released on February 2nd in the US, has faced production issues, with forecasts reduced from one million units to 400,000 in 2024.
Fast-fashion retailer Boohoo has been found to have mislabelled clothes made in South Asia as “Made in the UK,” raising concerns about inspection and consumer deception.
Jinny Kim, a pioneer in the K-beauty industry, has brought the K-beauty phenomenon to the UK and treated many celebrities and supermodels.
Protests in Bengaluru demand that billboards be written in Kannada, reflecting long-standing linguistic nationalism in the city.
Researchers at Columbia University have developed an AI tool that can identify whether fingerprints from different fingers belong to the same person with 75-90% accuracy, challenging the belief that each fingerprint is completely unique.
Ancient city discovered in Amazon rainforest challenges previous beliefs about human settlements in the region, highlighting the complexity of ancient Amazonian cultures.
The lack of a clear definition for AI has led to skepticism and confusion at CES 2024.
Rare albino Omura’s whale sighted off the coast of Phuket, sparking a search for more.
Floods wreak havoc in Kinshasa as the River Congo reaches its highest level in six decades.
COP28 highlights concrete solutions to combat climate change, including reducing fossil fuel burning, increasing renewable energy use, switching to electric vehicles, and capturing carbon from the atmosphere.
Illegal fishing is a global issue, but organizations are using AI and underwater robots to combat it.
Portable X-ray machines are revolutionizing healthcare in remote areas, reducing the need for patients to travel and improving access to vital services.
Luton and Dunstable Hospital in the UK is using the da Vinci Xi robot to speed up weight loss surgeries and reduce waiting times.
Wild chimpanzees in Uganda have been observed eating plants with pain-relieving and antibacterial properties, potentially offering insights into new medicines.
Ravika’s fitness tracker alerted her to pregnancy signs before confirmation.
Asia’s winners of the Earthshot Prize are leading the way in finding innovative solutions to repair the planet, from developing metal dryers to combat crop waste to creating eco-friendly lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles.
Eurostar services from the Netherlands to London will be suspended for six months due to renovation work at Amsterdam’s central station.
Dense fog in New York City creates surreal floating cityscape, disrupting travel but captivating residents.
Jimmy Cooper, an 80-year-old nurse, has no plans to retire and finds his job in the intensive care unit very satisfying.
Tech giants face a major lawsuit as families claim they knowingly expose children to harmful products, with one plaintiff sharing their personal experience of addiction and harm caused by social media.
A legal feud over butter chicken’s origins pits Delhi’s rival restaurants against each other.
UK economy shrinks by 0.1% in Q3, putting country at risk of recession; economists expect subdued growth throughout 2024.
A man in Australia was rescued after spending over 30 hours hiding in an underground drain network, following a car crash and a series of suspicious actions.
Google’s president for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, Matt Brittin, stresses the importance of responsible development in AI technology, as the company partners with the University of Cambridge to establish the Centre for Human-Inspired AI, focusing on areas such as robotics, healthcare, and climate change.
